Example Sentences#

1. 저마다의 빛을 가진 작은 별들¹
   Little stars, each with their own light
   • 가지다 means ‘to have’ or ‘to possess’.
   • -ㄴ is a modifier that turns the preceding statement into a phrase describing the following noun.
2. 그는 매일 열심히 일했지만, 더 많은 힘과 부를 가진 사람들을 부러워했습니다.²
   He worked diligently every day, but envied those with more power and wealth.
   • 가지다 means ‘to possess’.
   • -ㄴ is a past tense modifier that turns the preceding statement into a phrase describing the following noun.
3. 지도자가 된 타로는 힘과 영향력을 가지며 존경을 받았습니다.²
   As a leader, Taro had gained power, influence, and respect.
   • 가지다 means ‘to have’.
   • -며 is a connective ending indicating simultaneous actions.